Business Details
37 Years
experience
Custom Residential Landscape Design & Build Services
Wallace Landscape has been crafting bespoke outdoor environments for over three decades. Our single-source approach ensures seamless integration of design, installation, and maintenance under the guidance of dedicated landscape architects. With expertise in custom residential projects ranging from historic Philadelphia townhouses to Eastern Shore farmsteads, we prioritize client collaboration to transform personal visions into enduring landscapes. Our team combines creative problem-solving with technical precision, specializing in sustainable solutions that address drainage challenges, tree preservation, and native plant integration.Recognized with regional and national design awards, we maintain long-term client relationships through transparent communication and a commitment to exceeding expectations. Our services extend beyond initial installation, offering professional maintenance programs to ensure gardens thrive across seasons and decades.
Services
Custom Landscape Design
Bespoke Pool Construction
Landscape Transformations
Small Garden Installation
Fine Garden Maintenance
Details
- Year established: 1989
Highlights and features
- Single-source accountability from concept through installation
- 30+ years of regional landscape expertise
- Sustainable design practices with native plant integration
- Award-winning team of registered landscape architects
- Comprehensive maintenance programs for lasting beauty
Associations and certifications
- American Society of Landscape Architects
- National Association of Landscape Professionals
- Pennsylvania Landscape & Nursery Association
What people say
Dream came true
Made our dream a reality
Thrilled with new landscape
Patient and knowledgeable team
Long-term relationships
Services
Custom Landscape Design
Our custom landscape design process begins with in-depth client consultations to understand lifestyle needs and aesthetic preferences. Landscape architects conduct site analyses considering drainage patterns, existing vegetation, and local regulations. We create detailed concept plans that balance creative vision with practical implementation, ensuring each design reflects the homeowner's unique requirements while maintaining environmental sustainability through native plant selection and water management strategies.
Bespoke Pool Construction
We design and build distinctive pool environments tailored to individual lifestyles, whether lap pools, spa features, or naturalistic pond-style installations. Our approach integrates hardscaping elements like pool houses and patios with surrounding landscapes, ensuring cohesive design language. Specialized engineering addresses drainage and structural requirements while maintaining aesthetic continuity with the property's architectural character and the client's functional needs.
Landscape Transformations
Our landscape transformation services address aging, overgrown, or problematic outdoor spaces through comprehensive redesign and reconstruction. We specialize in resolving drainage issues, updating outdated features, and preserving significant trees through transplanting techniques. The process includes detailed problem assessment, creative solution development, and phased implementation to minimize disruption while achieving dramatic improvements in functionality and visual appeal.
Small Garden Installation
We maximize limited outdoor areas through thoughtful design that balances multiple functions within constrained footprints. Our specialists address unique challenges like restricted access and view management while creating visually cohesive spaces. Solutions incorporate multi-purpose elements and carefully selected plant material to create inviting environments that feel larger than their actual dimensions.
Fine Garden Maintenance
Our professional maintenance programs ensure long-term beauty through expert horticultural practices performed by trained gardeners. Services include seasonal pruning, plant health monitoring, and sustainable pest management tailored to each property's specific needs. We provide both scheduled maintenance and one-time consultations to educate homeowners about proper care techniques and best practices for preserving their landscape investments.
People
Richard Lyon
Principal Landscape Architect
New Zealand native Richard Lyon brings international perspective to luxury residential projects. With regional expertise since 1989, he specializes in large-scale designs and historic property revitalization. His work has earned national design awards and Chelsea Flower Show recognition.
Laura R. Miller
Principal Landscape Architect
Laura Miller leads custom garden design across the Delaware Valley with 35+ years of experience. She focuses on integrating natural elements with architectural styles while implementing sustainable practices like stormwater management and material reuse. Recipient of multiple PLNA design awards.
Eric T. Leeson
Principal Landscape Architect
Eric Leeson specializes in sustainable residential landscapes incorporating native plants and eco-friendly design principles. With 30+ years of regional experience, he applies hands-on management to complex projects while maintaining active involvement in professional organizations like ASLA.
Thomas Darlington
Landscape Designer
Recent Penn State graduate Thomas Darlington combines technical expertise with creative vision using advanced design software. He translates conceptual ideas into detailed construction documents while supporting sustainable practices through his family's multigenerational farming experience.
Julia Streett
Maintenance Manager
Julia Streett oversees garden care programs with environmental science expertise and field experience from public lands management. She develops customized maintenance plans using organic methods and native plant knowledge to ensure long-term landscape health across southeastern Pennsylvania properties.
Questions
What makes a design-build firm different from separate designers and contractors?
Our single-source approach ensures the original landscape architect oversees all installation phases, maintaining design intent while providing direct communication and accountability throughout the project.
How do you incorporate sustainability into landscape designs?
We prioritize native plants, implement stormwater management systems, and reuse existing materials whenever possible. Our designs balance environmental responsibility with aesthetic appeal and functional requirements.
Can you help with small or challenging properties?
Yes, our team specializes in maximizing limited spaces through creative design solutions that address access constraints, view management, and multi-functional use requirements.
What ongoing maintenance services do you offer?
We provide comprehensive garden maintenance programs including seasonal pruning, plant health monitoring, and sustainable pest management performed by trained horticulturists.
How do you handle property-specific challenges like drainage issues?
Our experts conduct thorough site analyses to identify problems, then develop customized solutions using specialized engineering techniques while maintaining design integrity.
What areas do you serve?
We serve Philadelphia, Mainline Pennsylvania, Eastern Shore regions of Maryland and Delaware, and surrounding areas with both design and maintenance services.
